IMPACT: Women in Leadership

Send us Fan Mail In a world where threats evolve faster than ever—from cyber risks to critical infrastructure vulnerabilities—how do leaders stay ahead?  In this episode of IMPACT: Women in Leadership , we explore homeland security, risk management, resilience planning, and AI in national security with Jenny Stone, Founder & CEO of Partner Forces, LLC .  As the founder of a woman-owned consult...

Send us Fan Mail What if quality wasn’t just about testing—but about driving business impact, customer experience, and innovation? In this episode of IMPACT: Women in Leadership , we dive into quality assurance leadership, global team management, and women in tech leadership with Garima Sarin, Senior Manager IT at Demant . From her roots in computer engineering to leading global QA transformations...

Send us Fan Mail Cybersecurity is one of the most critical leadership challenges of our time—and women are stepping up to lead it.  In this episode of imPACT: Women in Leadership , we explore cybersecurity leadership, federal IT innovation, and women in tech with Patti Chanthaphone , Chief Cybersecurity Solutions Officer at Tyto Athene .  With 20+ years in public-sector cybersecurity, Patti helped...

Send us Fan Mail Why do some companies consistently win federal contracts while others struggle to compete?  In this episode of the Impact: Women in Leadership podcast, we talk with Jennifer Kasten , President of JBS International, Inc., about leadership and strategy in the fast-moving world of government contracting (GovCon), federal business development, and capture management .  Jennifer shares...

Send us Fan Mail Big decisions. High stakes. Real impact.  In this powerful episode of Impact: Women in Leadership , we feature Mary-Claire Burick , President of the Rosslyn Business Improvement District , for a masterclass in executive leadership, strategic planning, and organizational transformation.  From launching the Fox News Channel to serving as Vice President of Washington Operations for A...

Send us Fan Mail   What does it take to turn bold ideas into real-world impact — at a global cybersecurity company?  In this episode of Impact: Women in Leadership , we sit down with Audra Simons , Vice President of Software Engineering, Global Products at Everfox. Audra is a results-driven technology leader who believes that innovation without execution is just noise.  From startups to global blu...

Send us Fan Mail What does it take to lead when the stakes are highest? In this episode, we explore how mission-driven leadership, IT modernization, and organizational transformation are shaping the future of government and public-sector innovation. As CEO and co-founder of GovAllies, today’s guest works at the intersection of government leadership, technology strategy, change management, and orga...

Send us Fan Mail Are you ready to rethink leadership and scaling a business in complex environments? This episode of FORUM Impact: Women in Leadership features Nichole Priddy, Founder & President of Catalum Strategies, LLC , sharing how she transformed decades of government contracting experience into a thriving consultancy. Nichole’s journey spans managing $150M+ portfolios for the Department...

Send us Fan Mail What does leadership look like when you’re modernizing thousands of systems, managing millions in federal IT budgets, and guiding organizations through constant change ? In this episode of FORUM Impact: Women in Leadership , host Mary Ann Brown sits down with Laura Johnston Stash , EVP at iTech AG , to talk about leadership, modernization, and driving predictable results in govern...

Send us Fan Mail What does it take to modernize government systems without losing sight of the people they serve ? In this episode of FORUM Impact: Women in Leadership , we sit down with Olivia Trivisani Bowker , Founder & CEO of Amivero , a mission-driven federal technology services firm advancing national security, public safety, and trusted government operations . With nearly two decades de...

Send us Fan Mail What does it really take to lead when credibility, visibility, and trust are non-negotiable? On this episode of Impact: Women in Leadership , host Mary Ann Brown sits down with Julie Murphy , President of Sage Communications , to explore leadership at the intersection of technology, public sector, and high-stakes communications. With more than two decades of experience directing p...

Send us Fan Mail   This episode holds lasting insight we wanted to share again.  In this inspiring episode of the IMPACT: Women in Leadership Podcast , host Mary Ann Brown welcomes Lisa Shea Mundt , Co-Founder of The Pulse of GovCon , a research and advisory firm transforming how companies compete in the federal contracting space. With more than 14 years of experience in federal proposals and proc...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of IMPACT: Women in Leadership , host Mary Ann Brown talks with Em Allan , Vice President of VA Operations at Oddball. Em shares how she leads multidisciplinary teams of engineers, program managers, UX designers, and product leads to deliver the seamless digital experiences and high-quality care veterans deserve. She explains what motivates her work and what “makin...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Forum IMPACT: Women in Leadership , host Mary Ann Brown sits down with Dolores Kuchina-Musina, PhD , CEO and Founder of REXOTA® Solutions —a powerhouse leader recognized for her work in federal contracting, public procurement innovation, small business growth, and cross-sector strategy. A Jacques S. Gansler Fellow , NCMA Fellow , and “ Millennial on the Move ,”...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of IMPACT: Women in Leadership , host Mary Ann Brown continues her conversation with Debbie Sallis , Founding Executive Director of The Cyber Guild Foundation , to explore how mentorship, leadership, and community are reshaping the future of cybersecurity. Debbie shares what she’s learned from The Cyber Guild’s RISE Mentorship Model —and how understanding what risi...

Send us Fan Mail EPISODE DESCRIPTION: In this episode of IMPACT: Women in Leadership , host Mary Ann Brown sits down with the extraordinary Ann Dunkin —External Fellow and Distinguished Professor of the Practice at the Georgia Institute of Technology, CEO of Dunkin Global Advisors, and one of the nation’s most respected voices in technology leadership. Ann brings decades of high-level experience a...

Send us Fan Mail Host Mary Ann Brown sits down with Emily Hsu , Senior Director of Solution Strategy at Steampunk , for a lively conversation about strategy, innovation, and leading with purpose in the ever-evolving world of government technology. Known as a “strategist with soul,” Emily brings both heart and precision to the GovTech space — turning complex challenges into bold, practical solution...

Send us Fan Mail Recorded live at the Impact & Inspire Women’s Luncheon , this powerful episode features a candid and energizing conversation with Alexa Tsui , Acting CEO of Forum and a transformative voice in today’s GovCom community. Host Mary Ann Brown sits down with Alexa to unpack what authentic leadership  really looks like. Alexa shares her passion for building community, elevating wome...

Send us Fan Mail Host Mary Ann Brown welcomes Dr. Nicole Oxley , CEO/President of Oxley Enterprises , for a deep dive into leadership, legacy, and the art of making an impact in federal technology. Dr. Oxley discusses her approach to building strong, high-performing teams, overcoming challenging situations, and staying ahead of rapid changes in technology. She also shares advice for women just sta...

Send us Fan Mail Host Mary Ann Brown welcomes Rebecca Link , Chief Growth Officer at OneGlobe LLC and a recognized leader in the federal contracting ecosystem. With over 16 years of experience driving business development, capture, and proposal excellence across Defense and Civilian sectors, Rebecca offers a grounded, insightful look at leadership in the GovCon world.  She shares lessons on embrac...

Send us Fan Mail Host Mary Ann Brown sits down with Joan Bishop , Chief Growth Officer at QualX LLC , for an inspiring conversation on leadership, legacy, and the power of purpose-driven impact. With more than 35 years of experience shaping strategy and innovation across the Department of Defense, the Military Health System, and federal health agencies, Joan brings a wealth of insight into what it...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of IMPACT: Women in Leadership , host Mary Ann Brown sits down with Carly Mitchell , 2025 Heroines of Washington Co-Chair and Partner at Guidehouse, to explore how leadership, legacy, and service define modern heroism. As the Heroines of Washington Awards celebrates its 25th year—having honored 166 women and raised nearly $5.5 million for March of Dimes —Carly refl...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of IMPACT: Women in Leadership , host Mary Ann Brown sits down with Cathy Muha , Senior Director of Customer Experience, Federal Health at Maximus , to explore how compassion, mentorship, and service-driven leadership define her extraordinary career. With 37 years of public service, including a decade of leadership at the National Cancer Institute’s Center for Glob...

Send us Fan Mail In this powerful episode of the IMPACT Women in Leadership Podcast, host Mary Ann Brown sits down with Taelor Salmon , CEO of TJS Group Inc., a thriving multidisciplinary federal contracting firm providing facilities maintenance, IT security, and administrative support to federal agencies nationwide. Taelor shares her journey as a small business owner and real estate investor who...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of IMPACT: Women in Leadership , host Mary Ann Brown sits down with Alexis Bonnell , Chief Information Officer and Director of the Digital Capabilities Directorate at the Air Force Research Laboratory. A trailblazer in digital transformation and human-machine teaming, Alexis has dedicated her career to bringing innovation to some of the world’s most complex challen...